2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 72 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | RIO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
